Turning 50

You suddenly realize that you’ve just lived half a century. You wonder where the time has gone and you look back at all the accomplishments in your life; or the lack thereof. Your future has a limit and the days go by faster. Every summer will have more meaning because, if I can manage to live to the ripe ole’ age of 85, there are only 35 more to go. Thirty-five isn't that big. But then you realize there's a lot of people you know who didn't even make it that long. For instance, my father just passed away this year at 74. If I live as long as he did, then I’m down to twenty-four; 24 more summers and that's it!

Family, friends and health; that's what I have right now and I need to continue to nurture these more than ever. I need to help my friends and family know what to say about me in their eulogy; to build my legacy that family would be proud of and to remember me by.
Last year was a difficult year. I lost my father and I had some health issues that became very discerning. Fortunately, they turned out to be a result of stress and once I was able to understand the issues, I realized how to adjust. At least the Holbrook half of me is still working. A few habit changes and health should get me to 85 except for an accident, cancer or murder. So, don’t leave the house, drink lots of alkaline water, and don’t tick anyone off, especially my wife. (I still don't chew gum.)

This month, my second son just had his first child. I’m now up to five grandchildren. To all you parents out there, raising children is worth it once you start having grandchildren. They are the sweetest people on earth. They love you absolutely unconditionally, they love it when you come around to visit and you can send them home when you have had enough. Of course, a newborn doesn’t quite fit into that category. But I’m pretty sure at two days old, she’s already given her grandpa a wink and a smile.

I will continue to sit back and enjoy the ride. I value my time with family and friends and do just enough exercising to keep the ticker strong without burning out the joints more than I already have.

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